Cataract Surgery for Seniors: Risks, Benefits, and Local Options in Taiwan
Cataract surgery in the elderly? Hello Doctor: My grandfather is currently 90 years old and has been diagnosed with significant cataracts in his left eye. After measuring his vision and prescribing glasses, he still experiences blurred vision regardless of the prescription streng...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello CW: Cataract surgery is generally not age-restricted; as long as the patient can follow the instructions during the procedure, the surgery can usually be performed successfully. If there are no other eye issues, such as retinal diseases, there will be a certain degree of im...[Read More] Cataract Surgery for Seniors: Risks, Benefits, and Local Options in Taiwan
Can Erythromycin Ointment Help with Dry Eye After Cataract Surgery?
Erythromycin ophthalmic ointment My grandmother had cataract surgery a year and a half ago and has tried everything possible but is still suffering from dry eye syndrome. I would like to ask if erythromycin eye ointment is effective, and if not, what other treatments are availabl...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
If specialized artificial tears, gels, and ointments do not resolve the issue of dry eye syndrome, punctal occlusion therapy may be considered. (PS. Erythromycin is not designed for the treatment of dry eye syndrome.)[Read More] Can Erythromycin Ointment Help with Dry Eye After Cataract Surgery?
Risks of Eye CT Scans: Do They Increase Cataract Development?
What are the risks of undergoing an eye CT scan? Hello, doctor. A report indicates a strong correlation between frequent "computed tomography (CT) scans" and "cataracts" (http://www.auntminnie.com/index.aspx?sec=ser&sub=def&pag=dis&ItemID=104323). ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) for the eyes, despite having "computed tomography" in its name, operates on a completely different principle than conventional computed tomography (CT). It utilizes the principle of light wave interference to create images, resulting i...[Read More] Risks of Eye CT Scans: Do They Increase Cataract Development?
Post-Cataract Surgery Recovery: Essential Tips for Safe Healing
Cataract surgery Dear Dr. Chuang, Question 1: My father is scheduled for cataract surgery soon. Since he works in a physically demanding job in the metalworking industry, how long should he rest after the surgery to ensure a safe recovery for his eyes? Question 2: What nutritio...
Dr. Zhuang Yamin Reply:
Dear Niuniu, You are truly a wonderful daughter! Thank you for helping your father pay attention to the postoperative care instructions. Here are the responses to your questions: 1. Since an artificial intraocular lens will be implanted after surgery, the position of the lens m...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery Recovery: Essential Tips for Safe Healing
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Vision Changes and Symptoms
Cataract surgery Hello Doctor: After undergoing cataract surgery in early December, my presbyopia has disappeared, but why am I experiencing symptoms of myopia? My other eye has mild cataracts and presbyopia, and when I use both eyes to look at objects, I often have a sensation o...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Chang: After cataract surgery, the cloudy lens was removed and an artificial intraocular lens was implanted, which has resulted in a change in your eye's prescription. Based on your description, it seems that one eye is now farsighted while the other is nearsighted...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Vision Changes and Symptoms
Do Clear UV Protection Glasses Prevent Eye Damage?
UV protection sunglasses Wearing clear sunglasses that provide UV protection can help prevent certain eye conditions that may arise from UV exposure. These conditions include cataracts, macular degeneration, and photokeratitis. It's important to ensure that the sunglasses sp...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Being able to filter ultraviolet (UV) rays certainly helps prevent UV-related damage, but it's important to note that UV rays are not the only threat to eye health. It is advisable to wear sunglasses outdoors for better protection.[Read More] Do Clear UV Protection Glasses Prevent Eye Damage?
Understanding Blurred Vision and Light Sensitivity in Older Adults
Blurred vision, loss of color perception, photophobia? Hello, doctor. The patient is a 69-year-old male with congenital exotropia who needs to read a large volume of text daily for work. In June 2013, he fell and hit his head in his bathroom. Before the decline in vision, he freq...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Photophobia is usually associated with issues related to the cornea and conjunctiva, so it is advisable to consult a cornea specialist for treatment. Color vision is more related to the function of the optic nerve, and the potential causes of poor vision are very diverse. It is r...[Read More] Understanding Blurred Vision and Light Sensitivity in Older Adults
Can Glasses Alone Manage My Cataract-Induced Myopia?
Can cataracts cause myopia, and can it be corrected with glasses alone? Hello, Doctor Gao: My cataract has caused my myopia to worsen to over 200 degrees (it has increased by over 200 degrees in the past year and a half). If I can see clearly with glasses, do I still need to unde...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If the myopia caused by cataracts can be corrected with glasses and there are currently no complications, there is no need to rush into surgery. As cataracts progress, myopia may worsen. It is acceptable to consider surgery when glasses no longer provide clear vision, but ...[Read More] Can Glasses Alone Manage My Cataract-Induced Myopia?
Managing Macular Holes and Cataracts: Surgical Considerations and Post-Op Care
Macular hole Dear Doctor: In the case of surgery for a macular hole, if there is also mild cataract present, should both conditions be addressed simultaneously? Are there any postoperative precautions to consider to prevent the recurrence of the hole or other complications in the...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello: Generally, the two surgeries do not need to be performed together. After surgery for a macular hole, patients may experience more discomfort, as they need to maintain a face-down position for about 3 to 4 weeks. As for potential complications, there may be issues such as e...[Read More] Managing Macular Holes and Cataracts: Surgical Considerations and Post-Op Care
Challenges After Cataract Surgery: When Artificial Lenses Fall Short
The artificial lens has been replaced, but the results are unsatisfactory? Hello, Director Gao. I underwent cataract surgery on my right eye at Cheng Kung University Hospital in 2010, where a variable focus intraocular lens, AMO (ZM900 +11.0D +4D) Foldable Intraocular Lens, was i...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on your situation, it seems you can see well up close but have difficulty seeing far away. This may indicate that the prescription for your right eye has shifted further towards myopia, as you already have high myopia, and your prescription can still change. If you g...[Read More] Challenges After Cataract Surgery: When Artificial Lenses Fall Short
Post-Cataract Surgery: Understanding Night Vision Issues
Postoperative issues after cataract surgery? Hello Doctor: My mother underwent cataract surgery in February, and her vision has recovered well post-surgery. However, at night, she sees the red and green traffic lights and car headlights radiating outward in streaks, somewhat rese...
Dr. Wang Yuwei Reply:
There are many possible reasons for the situation you described. Please take your mother to see a physician for a follow-up appointment to seek a thorough improvement.[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Understanding Night Vision Issues
Understanding Laser Surgery for Myopia and Presbyopia: What to Expect
Regarding laser surgery for myopia and presbyopia? Hello Dr. Chuang: Recently, I heard a radio advertisement about laser surgery for myopia and presbyopia. Myopia can be corrected with laser treatment, but presbyopia tends to change with age, requiring different prescriptions for...
Dr. Zhuang Yamin Reply:
Dear Ya-Ya, Currently, the laser surgery for myopia and presbyopia typically involves correcting one eye for distance vision and the other eye for near vision. This way, when both eyes are open, one can see near and the other can see far, allowing for both distances to be percei...[Read More] Understanding Laser Surgery for Myopia and Presbyopia: What to Expect
Managing Myopia and Presbyopia Before Cataract Surgery
Myopia and presbyopia? Hello, I have cataracts and I am scheduled for cataract surgery. However, I also have a myopia of -1200 degrees and I am considering laser surgery, but I also have presbyopia. I would like to know if I should maintain some degree of myopia after the laser s...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you are going to undergo cataract surgery, you can adjust your prescription by choosing the power of the intraocular lens, which should eliminate the need for additional laser surgery. If you also have presbyopia, you can opt for multifocal intraocular lenses to correct...[Read More] Managing Myopia and Presbyopia Before Cataract Surgery
Why Your Eyes Are Still Red a Week After Cataract Surgery
Cataract phacoemulsification surgery Why is there still redness in the eye one week after cataract surgery with ultrasound?
Dr. Wang Yuwei Reply:
Post-surgery, localized conjunctival hemorrhage or inflammation may occur, leading to redness of the eye. It is advisable to consult the surgeon for appropriate management strategies.[Read More] Why Your Eyes Are Still Red a Week After Cataract Surgery
Diabetes and Cataract Surgery: Key Preoperative Considerations
Cataract surgery in patients with diabetes? Diabetic patients need to control their blood glucose levels to an HbA1c of less than 7% and maintain blood pressure below 140/90 mmHg before undergoing cataract surgery. Preoperative assessments should include a comprehensive eye exami...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello: There are no absolute regulations regarding the blood sugar level that diabetic patients must meet before undergoing cataract surgery. However, better blood sugar control leads to less postoperative inflammation and faster recovery. Preoperative assessments typically inclu...[Read More] Diabetes and Cataract Surgery: Key Preoperative Considerations
Understanding High Myopia: When Your Prescription Isn't Enough
Myopia degree Hello Doctor, I have high myopia in both eyes, exceeding over 1000 degrees. Recently, I've felt that my glasses prescription is insufficient (I cannot focus on distant objects). I went to the hospital for a dilated eye exam, but the doctor told me that my presc...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you feel that your current glasses do not meet your daily needs and the prescription obtained from dilation is more suitable, it is possible to adjust the prescription. It may be that due to your high myopia, the initial prescription did not provide sufficient correctio...[Read More] Understanding High Myopia: When Your Prescription Isn't Enough
Risks of Retinal Detachment After Laser Surgery: What to Know
Retinal laser treatment Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if having undergone laser surgery for retinal detachment in the right eye increases the likelihood of retinal detachment occurring in other areas of the right eye. Thank you.
Dr. Qiu Hanqing Reply:
Hello! Currently, there are no clinical studies indicating that laser surgery directly causes retinal detachment in other areas. However, there are risk factors associated with retinal detachment, such as: (1) high myopia, (2) a family history of retinal detachment, (3) previous ...[Read More] Risks of Retinal Detachment After Laser Surgery: What to Know
Choosing the Right Magnification for Seniors: A Guide for Eye Care
Choosing Magnifying Glasses for Seniors Dear Dr. Chiu, My grandfather is 78 years old and has worked in gold carving during his younger years. We are currently trying to create a record of his work, but we need him to demonstrate it on video. The details required for gold carvin...
Dr. Qiu Hanqing Reply:
Hello! First of all, thank you for your dedication and effort in preserving and documenting traditional crafts. My grandfather is 78 years old, and it is common for elderly individuals to experience blurred vision due to conditions such as age-related cataracts and age-related ma...[Read More] Choosing the Right Magnification for Seniors: A Guide for Eye Care
Managing Macular Degeneration and Cataracts: Key Considerations for Surgery
Macular degeneration and cataract issues? Dear Doctor, Hello. My father (65 years old) has both macular degeneration and cataracts in both eyes. The macular degeneration has caused him to see shadows in one eye, and he underwent photodynamic therapy a month ago. His vision feels...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello: 1. Cataract surgery itself does not affect the treatment and monitoring of macular degeneration. 2. Generally speaking, the indication for cataract surgery is based on the degree to which it impacts quality of life. If it does not significantly affect daily activities (suc...[Read More] Managing Macular Degeneration and Cataracts: Key Considerations for Surgery
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Symptoms: Flashes and Shadows Explained
Cataract surgery Hello, Doctor: I have a question for you. I previously underwent surgery for retinal detachment in my left eye, and recently I had cataract surgery on my right eye, using an accommodating intraocular lens. Since the surgery, I have been experiencing flashes of li...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: Your issue is quite complex, and I recommend that you consult with an ophthalmologist in person regarding the problems you are experiencing for a more comprehensive ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Symptoms: Flashes and Shadows Explained